This is only the beginning…

This is only the beginning…

As I reflect on the events leading up to the Dress Up To Stock The Pantry kickoff fundraiser, I am extremely grateful and pleased with how it all turned out. I never could have imagined how much work goes into planning such a momentous occasion. Countless hours spent...
Cook For Vets is in the News!

Cook For Vets is in the News!

Read All About It In The Zebra Press ALEXANDRIA, VA–LJ Raspler resigned from teaching in 2019. An energetic woman with a passion for inspiring change, Raspler needed a new outlet for that energy. So she started a new nonprofit: Cook For Vets, supporting Veterans and...
It’s An Honor to Know You

It’s An Honor to Know You

What’s a party without good beer? Referrals mean everything when it comes to connecting with those who totally support my mission and Honor Brewing Company has been most gracious in recognizing what Cook For Vets strives to accomplish. A visit to their tasting room...
On A Mission To Serve

On A Mission To Serve

After booking the River Farm as the venue for the kickoff fundraiser I got busy planning my next move. With years of experience planning family holidays and hosting special events I consider myself a seasoned hostess. With little to no experience planning fundraisers...
It’s Really Happening

It’s Really Happening

My journey to become incorporated as a nonprofit has finally come to fruition. After I happily resigned from teaching in 2019 I had no idea what the next phase of my life would entail. Not one to ask the whys or hows, I am more inclined to trust the process and...